Fall Welcome

early move-in day Friday, Aug. 24 for students in Lee Honors College, First-Year Seminar (FYE 2100), ROTC, and Air Force ROTC

All other first-year students and new transfer students participating in Fall Welcome move in Saturday, Aug. 25

Fall Welcome is a three-day program that assists first-year and transfer students with their academic and social transitions to WMU. Building on the foundation created at summer orientation, Fall Welcome will connect students with WMU, other students, faculty, and staff. All first-year students are required to attend Fall Welcome and new transfer students are encouraged to register and attend.

FALL WELCOME IS MANDATORY FOR ALL FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS!

Why you should attend Fall Welcome

The purpose of Fall Welcome is to give you all the tools you need to get an excellent start to your college career. We want you to become an engaged college student! Attending Fall Welcome will help you prepare for the first day of class and the fall semester. You will meet new friends, be formally welcomed to the university by our president, mingle with faculty and advisors from your college, find your classrooms, and have lots of fun at our many social events. Fall Welcome will also help you to navigate your way around campus and become acquainted with the campus resources that are critical to your success.

At Western Michigan University it is our strong position that all first-year students will benefit from the Fall Welcome program. Your participation in the activities during the week will assist your transition to WMU, helping you feel more comfortable in your new surroundings. Ultimately, this will help you succeed during your first semester at WMU and beyond.